United Defender Close to Signing New Contract Despite Interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid
Exciting news for Manchester United fans, as the Red Devils appear to be on the cusp of securing a new deal with Portuguese right-back, Diogo Dalot. The club is reportedly feeling increasingly confident that the 23-year-old will sign on the dotted line and commit his future to the club.
Despite interest from footballing giants Barcelona and Real Madrid, Dalot has remained loyal to United, having served as the first-choice right-back since the departure of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November 2021. Though a hamstring injury suffered during the 2022 World Cup saw him temporarily replaced by Aaron Wan-Bissaka, the Portuguese defender has fought his way back into the team, starting in United’s last three Premier League matches.
United are eager to secure the talented defender on a long-term deal, and according to reports, negotiations are progressing well, with an announcement potentially imminent. The club recently extended Dalot’s current agreement until June 2024 but is hoping to secure his services for many years to come.
In addition to Dalot, United is also said to be in talks with several other players, including Luke Shaw and Marcus Rashford. Meanwhile, negotiations are ongoing with goalkeeper David de Gea, who is out of contract at the end of the season.
Excitement is building ahead of United’s Europa League knockout round playoff against Barcelona on Thursday, and fans will be eagerly anticipating the announcement of Dalot’s new contract. Stay tuned for further updates.
